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10 questions (and answers) about the Synod on Synodality’s final document
From its magisterial status to proposals on Church governance, here are answers to the most pressing questions about the synod’s... Read more
The Synod on Synodality’s final document: What you need to know
The text also addresses accountability measures, calling for enhanced financial transparency, and protocols for abuse prevention. Read more
Dutch cardinal advocates Christ-centered reform over controversial issues
Maintain unity in the Church and focus on Christ-centered catechesis, Dutch Cardinal Willem Eijk of Utrecht warned against the backdrop... Read more
Pope Francis issues motu proprio on Vatican judiciary retirement age and benefits
Vatican magistrates will retire at the end of the judicial year in which they turn 75 and cardinal judges at... Read more
St. Peter Damian, the driving force behind the reform of the Church 1,000 years ago
This doctor of the Church was simple, firm, and honest in the face of error. Read more
Behind the scenes and between the lines: Cardinals debate laity, power, synodality
There were no press conferences, reports, or sensational announcements at the end of the extraordinary consistory convened by Pope Francis... Read more
Young Catholics in Ireland say their voices have not been heard during synodal process
A group of 500 young Catholics in Ireland have signed a letter saying they love the Church’s teaching, but that... Read more
Cardinal in key Synod on Synodality post: ‘Reforms need a stable foundation’
Cardinal Jean-Claude Hollerich said that without consensus, major changes pose ‘the danger of schism.’ Read more
Pope Francis: The Holy Spirit reforms the Church through the saints
Pope Francis said Saturday that it takes saints to reform the Church and for this each Catholic is called to... Read more
Mission, synodality key themes in latest round of cardinal meetings
Pope Francis’ Council of Cardinals met for the 17th time this week, with synodality and the Church’s “missionary drive” forming... Read more
Why one bishop is putting tabernacles back in the center of churches
When Bishop Robert Morlino arrived as the new bishop for the Diocese of Madison, Wis. in 2003, he began quietly... Read more
Reported limit on 'monsignor' may be return to older practice
Commenting on Pope Francis allegedly restricting the honorary title of “monsignor” to priests over the age of 65, one historian... Read more
Minn. archbishop grieves, issues apology over clergy sex abuse
Archbishop John Nienstedt has apologized for sex abuse by clergy in the Archdiocese of Minneapolis, urging Catholics to be hopeful... Read more
